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Congratulations on the purchase of your new Kraus plumbing fixture! Please keep the box and packaging materials until your product is completely installed. If you have any questions, require technical assistance or have any problems with your product: STOP DO NOT RETURN TO STORE Please contact our Customer Service Team 1-800-775-0703 / customerservice@kraususa.com...
The step-by-step guidelines in the installation instructions are a general reference for installing a Kraus Sink. Should there be any discrepancies, Kraus cannot be held liable. It is recommended to install all Kraus products by hiring a licensed professional.
Putty Knife Closed Toe Shoes NOTE: Specialized tools may be necessary to install Kraus Stainless Steel Undermount sinks with countertop materials other than wood, marble or granite. Make sure to check off that you have all of the following items...
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Sink Dimensions: 14 1/2" 14 1/2" 368mm 368mm 32" 813mm Model #: KBU32 Sink Dimensions: 32” x 19” x 8 1/2” Min Cabinet Size: 36” Matching Grid: KBG-32 (2) Drain Model #: ST-1 (2)
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1. Determine Reveal Type Use scissors to cut along the line of the paper template for your desired reveal type (Negative, Positive or Flushed Reveal). KRAUS Recommended Installation Type 3/8“ Positive Reveal Flushed/Zero Reveal 1/8“ Negative Reveal 3/8”POSITIVE 1/8”NEGATIVE FLUSHED/ZERO...
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2. Position Template Check the cut-out template against the actual sink to ensure a proper · sized cut-out. · Place the cut-out template in the desired location on the countertop. NOTE: Make sure clearance is suitable for backsplash, faucet and plumbing for the sink. 3.
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4. Cut Countertop · Cut the opening in the countertop by carefully following the traced line. CAUTION - To avoid the risk of personal injury, wear safety glasses and cut resistant gloves with non-slip grip when cutting. NOTE: Please use the appropriate saw that best fits your countertop material.
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5. Set up Mounting Brackets · Turn countertop over and align sink with countertop. Decide location for mounting brackets. · Mounting holes should be 1/2" from edge of sink. 1/2" (13mm) 6. Drill Hole in Countertop · Drill 3/8" diameter x 1/2" deep hole in countertop. ! CAUTION - To avoid the risk of personal injury, wear safety glasses and cut resistant gloves with non-slip grip when drilling.
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7. Install Anchors · Insert anchors into drilled holes and lightly tap with a hammer until flush. 8. Secure Sink to Countertop · Use a bead of silicone (or preferred adhesive) around the rim of the sink. Check the alignment of the sink to the cutout in the countertop. Place sink over cutout hole and press firmly.
9. Attach Mounting Hardware · Attach mounting hardware to secure bowl. Remove excess sealant from inside lip. · Allow sealant to set for 30 - 60 minutes. NOTE: Use acetone or rubbing alcohol to remove any excess sealant.
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10. Install Plumbing Fixtures · Connect drain to sink. Connect trap to drain. Connect water supply connections to faucet according to manufacturer's instructions. · Run water into sink and check for leaks.
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Faucet Diagram and Parts List A. Spray Head B. Faucet Body C. Mounting Hardware C1. Rubber & Metal Washer C2. Mounting Nut C3. Mounting Screws D. Quick Connector Weight E1. Weight Clip E2. Weight 2.5mm Hex Wrench...
Faucet Dimensions: 10 3/4" (274mm) 3 1/2" (88mm) 25° Ø 1 7/8" 8 3/4" (48mm) (221mm) 90° Ø 2 1/8" (54mm) 9/16" - 24UNF Installer Tip: Shut off main water supply before installing new faucet.
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Step 1. Remove mounting hardware Shut off the water supply. Remove the old faucet. Clean the mounting surface. Remove mounting hardware (C) from faucet body (B). Step 2. Installing the faucet assembly Optional No Escutcheon Installation. Insert faucet body through the hole in the sink.
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Step 3. Securing the faucet assembly Install the rubber washer and metal washer (C1) onto the threaded mounting shank. Thread the nut (C2) onto the mounting shank. Lock the nut (C2) into position by tightening the screws (C3). Do not overtighten. Step 4.
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Step 5. Securing the faucet assembly Install the weight clip (E1) at the point of the hose marking "weight here". Insert the weight (E2) onto the clip (E1) by sliding it down onto the clip (E1). Step 6. Making the waterline connections Thread the nut (1) on the supply line onto the outlet of the water supply valve and tighten with a...
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Step 7. Flushing and checking for leaks Pull the hose assembly out of the spout and remove the spray head by unscrewing it from the hose in a counterclockwise direction. Be sure to hold the end of the hose down into the sink and turn the faucet on to the warm position where it mixes hot and cold water.
Troubleshooting If you have followed the instructions carefully and your faucet still does not work properly, take the following corrective steps: PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION Leakage under faucet handle Bonnet nut has come loose Remove the cover button. Loosen set screw with hex wrench. Remove the handle.
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Kitchen Sink was first installed. Any product reported to the authorized dealer or to Kraus as being defective within the warranty period will be repaired or replaced with a product of equal value at the option of Kraus.
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TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER, AND KRAUS USA PLUMBING, LLC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR, ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LABOR CHARGES TO REPAIR, REPLACE, INSTALL OR REMOVE THIS PRODUCT), WHETHER ARISING OUT OF BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE.
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(5) years from the date of purchase. Any product reported to the authorized dealer or to Kraus as being defective within the warranty period will be repaired or replaced with a product of equal value at the option of Kraus.
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